Our Country/Whose Country?: Early Westerns and Travel Films as Stories of Settler Colonialism

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Focusing on early westerns and travel images, the analysis delves into the portrayal of settler colonialism and its impact on American culture. It examines how these narratives reflect the westward expansion of white settlers and the evolving concept of "American Progress," highlighting the cultural transformations that accompanied this historical phenomenon. Through this lens, the book uncovers the complexities of American identity and the implications of expansionist ideals.